Mould in council home made son ill, mother fears return
A Bristol mother fears mould that caused her son's serious chest infection will return this winter. 28% of UK homes report damp, mould, or cold issues, new research reveals.
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Mum to face trial charged with murdering three children
Yasmeen Ali, 43, will stand trial in October 2026 accused of killing her three young children in Bristol. The father held their photos in court. Read the latest.
Reform's Kent Council Budget Gap Hits £60m
Kent County Council, run by Reform UK, faces a £60 million budget shortfall next year even with a maximum council tax rise. Leaked documents reveal spending pressures and fears of severe service cuts.
Bristol to Place Van Dweller Sites in Wealthy Neighbourhoods
Bristol's Green-led council plans 250 temporary pitches for vehicle dwellers in affluent areas, aiming for equity. The move follows controversy over vans on the Downs. Read the full story.
Swindon Council pays £138k after own vans clamped
Swindon Borough Council has paid £138,000 in fines after its own highway maintenance vans were clamped outside its offices. Deputy leader calls it 'not our finest hour'. Read the full story.
Welsh village divided over English housing swap claims
Plaid Cymru councillors face backlash over claims English families are swapping council homes to move to Welsh village Aberffraw, creating tensions over housing and language.
Council Tax to Rise 5%: How to Cut Costs
Millions face a 5% council tax hike next year, adding £114 to typical bills. Discover actionable ways to reduce your payments and challenge your band.
Mum and autistic son's 6-year council house battle
Judith Mackay and her autistic son have waited over six years for a council house while living in a damp, mice-infested rental. Read their heartbreaking story and the council's response.
Body found in search for missing man Rehaan in Bristol
Police searching for Rehaan, 28, who vanished on a Bristol night out have recovered a body from the harbour. His family has been informed. Follow for live updates.
Sydney public housing demolished for affordable units
Carolyn Ienna's 30-year Sydney home demolished as NSW replaces public housing with affordable units. Explore the impact on social housing stock and resident displacement.
Reform UK Council Paints School Lines at Closed Site
Kent County Council admits error after painting 'School Keep Clear' markings outside school closed for nine years. Local councillor calls situation 'a farce' as party claims wider savings.
Birmingham approves Druids Heath estate demolition
Birmingham City Council approves controversial plan to demolish 1,800 homes in Druids Heath, offering homeowners market value plus 10% while residents fear being priced out of their community.
Seven Men Charged With 40+ Child Sex Offences in Bristol
Seven men from four nations charged with over 40 offences against teenage girls in Bristol. The group faces rape and drug supply charges following a major police investigation.
Seven Men Charged in Bristol Child Sex Probe
Seven men face over 40 charges for child sexual exploitation in Bristol involving 11 teenage victims. The alleged offences occurred between 2022-2025. Read the latest developments.
Barangaroo's 'Poor Doors' Segregate Affordable Housing Residents
Exclusive investigation reveals luxury Sydney development segregates affordable housing residents, forcing them to use inferior back entrances while wealthy neighbours enjoy premium facilities.
Millions Could Claim Council Tax Refunds - Check Now
Shocking investigation reveals millions of British households may have overpaid council tax and could be entitled to refunds worth thousands. Find out if you're affected and how to claim.
Othello Review: Bristol's Frantic Shakespeare Interpretation
Patrick Marmion's review reveals a modern Othello racing through Shakespeare's tragedy at breakneck speed, with compelling performances battling against relentless pacing at Theatre Royal Bristol.
Bristol college evacuated after police incident
St Brendan's Sixth Form College in Bristol was evacuated and placed on lockdown following a serious police incident. Students were sent home as authorities secured the area. Latest developments and eyewitness accounts.
Five siblings killed in Bristol police car crash tragedy
Devastating collision claims lives of five siblings aged 4-11 as police vehicle crashes into family car during emergency response in Bristol, leaving community in mourning.
Council's £10,000 property licence blunder exposed
A devastating administrative error by Westminster Council left a landlord facing a £10,000 bill after officials mistakenly revoked her property licence. The shocking case exposes serious flaws in local authority licensing systems.
Bristol hospitals declare critical incident amid crisis
Major Bristol hospitals have declared a rare critical incident as emergency departments face unprecedented demand, with patients experiencing 'very long waits' and all beds occupied across the healthcare system.
Bristol's Aqua Bar closed after UK revokes license over Belarus ties
Popular Bristol nightspot Aqua Bar faces permanent closure after Home Office intervention links ownership to Belarusian regime amid UK sanctions crackdown.
Ex-Bristol City striker Marvin Brown dies aged 38
Former Bristol City footballer Marvin Brown has passed away at 38, with tributes pouring in for the popular striker who made 36 appearances for the Robins between 2002-2004.
Britain's prefab revival: Councils turn to pod homes
Eleven UK councils are embracing radical prefabricated housing estates as temporary solutions to combat soaring homelessness and migrant accommodation pressures. Discover how this post-war approach is making a surprising comeback.
Brighton's radical reverse Right-to-Buy housing plan
Brighton & Hove Council launches groundbreaking scheme to repurchase former council homes, tackling the city's severe social housing crisis head-on with a reverse Right-to-Buy initiative.
Bristol suitcase murder: Yostin Mosquera guilty
A 23-year-old Colombian national has been convicted of murdering two men and disposing of their bodies in suitcases in Bristol. The shocking case has revealed disturbing details about the calculated killings.
Bristol suitcase murder: Colombian national convicted
Yostin Mosquera found guilty of murdering 42-year-old man in Bristol before dumping dismembered body in suitcases. Shocking details emerge in gruesome case that horrified local community.
Bristol paedophile jailed over 1,000 child abuse images
Yostin Mosquera sentenced to two years for possessing over 1,000 indecent images of children after police discovered his digital crimes while investigating the Bristol suitcase murders case.
Zurich's housing cooperatives solve Europe's homes crisis
Discover how Zurich's innovative housing cooperatives offer a blueprint for tackling Europe's deepening housing crisis through community-led solutions and sustainable urban planning.
Council quashes £150 fine for coffee down drain
A London council has been forced to overturn a controversial £150 penalty issued to a woman for disposing of coffee grounds down a drain, in a case that sparked widespread criticism of jobsworth enforcement.
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